Testimonies

March 2026

"This weekend was nothing short of a God-led experience.
Two years ago, the Lord put it on my heart to bring men together and if I’m being honest, I had no idea what that was supposed to look like. I found myself chasing perfection, trying to control every detail, until I was reminded of a hard truth: God never asked for perfection… He asked for obedience.

Right after we kicked things off, there was a moment I won’t forget. I laid that burden down. The weight I had been carrying…the stress, the pressure. It was never mine to hold. In that moment, I had to live out exactly what I’ve been preaching: trust Him and let the Holy Spirit do what only He can do.
And He showed up.

The weekend wasn’t perfect but it was powerful. It was real. It was exactly what it needed to be. Because when God moves, perfection isn’t the goal, transformation is.
There is nothing greater than watching God meet you right where you are, right when you need Him. That’s what happens when you choose obedience. That’s where the life of abundance begins when you pick up your cross and follow Him.

I’m grateful for every man who stepped out in faith and trusted us to create a space where the Holy Spirit could move freely breaking chains, opening hearts, and shifting our focus off the world and onto eternity.

This is just the beginning." - Will Blair

A group of men dressed in rugged outdoor clothing, with one man carrying a wooden cross on his shoulder during sunset in a rocky terrain, with a dramatic cloudy sky in the background.

March 6-8, 2026

men’s retreat:

waters edge encampment

7900 FM 1733

Crockett, TX 75835

Call: (936) 546 0700

Event Cost: 180.00 per man. This includes lodging, meals and activities.

Scholarships are available. If you would like to attend but finances wont allow it, please don’t let money be the reason you miss out on what Christ has in store for you.

Please contact:

Will Blair @ (281)939-3953

Shoulder to Shoulder. Sharpened by Truth. Sent with Purpose.

What to Expect

Our mission is to gather men shoulder to shoulder—strong, humble, and committed to living as Christ calls us to live. God made it clear that it is not good for man to walk alone, and we believe brotherhood and accountability are essential to becoming the men we are meant to be. From the jobsite to the home, from the field to the church, we sharpen one another through honesty, discipline, and encouragement.

This is a place where men are welcomed as they are, but not left where they are. We pursue growth, responsibility, and lasting change rooted in truth. We are imperfect men who rely on the strength of Jesus Christ to restore us, shape us, and send us out with purpose. Together, we stand firm, lead well, and answer the call to make disciples—boldly, faithfully, and in love.

activities

Axe Throwing

Archery

Worship

Butcher Classes for Deer, Hog, & Steer (all to be served at beast feast)

Fishing

Skeet Shoot Knockout Tournament

day one

Friday | March 6, 2025


Check-In

1500 - 1700


Welcome Session 

1700 - 1745


Dinner

1800 - 1900


Worship Session #1 Speaker: Dave Shannon

1915 - 2100


Small Groups

2100 - 2200


Rack Up/ Bon Fire

2200 - last man standing

Day two

Saturday | March 7, 2025


Breakfast

0700 - 0800


Beast Feast butchering class

0800 - 1000


Worship session #2 Speaker: Mark Guess

1015 - 1130


Small Group/Lunch

1130 - 1245


Worship Session #3 Speaker: Brian Jenkins

1300 -1430


Free time/ Skeet knockout tournament 

1430 - 1745


Beast Feast

1800 - 1900


Worship Session # 4 Speaker: Josh Lindsey

1915 - 2100


Small Group

2115 - 2200


2200 - Last man Standing

day three

Sunday | March 8, 2025


Breakfast / Pack Up

Head to church

0800 - 0900


REGISTRATION

  • Please add your T shirt size to the dietary needs column.

  • S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL

Retreat payment:
$180.00

Join us for a purpose driven weekend centered on Christ focused worship, intentional fellowship, and activities designed to keep a mans attention. This weekend is designed to help men establish, restore, or strengthen their walk with King Jesus. This is an opportunity to step away from the noise, invest in your faith, and return equipped to lead with integrity, humility, and biblical conviction in every area of life.